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Charles Francis Hall letter

 Collection
Identifier: Mss-280
Stefansson Mss-280

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Description

The collection contains a letter from Charles Francis Hall to Henry Grinnell in which he outlines his plans for an expedition to the North Pole. The letter outlines his planned route, as well as his objectives which included geographical and scientific discoveries, and commerce. A newspaper clipping about the planned expedition is also included.

Dates

  • 1870-02-19

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.10 linear ft. (1 letter) ; 25 cm.

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Charles Francis Hall (1821-1871), Arctic explorer. The collection contains a letter from Charles Francis Hall to Henry Grinnell in which he outlines his plans for an expedition to the North Pole. A newspaper clipping regarding the expedition is also included.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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